For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 327 students in Sunman, IN (there are 1 private school, serving 161 private students). 71% of all K-12 students in Sunman, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public school in Sunman, IN is Sunman Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Sunman, IN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Sunman have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Sunman, IN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sunman Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
925 N Meridian
Sunman, IN 47041
(812) 623-2235
Sunman, IN 47041
(812) 623-2235
Gr: K-5 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: n/an/a
Ripley-ohio-dearborn Special Educational Coop
Special Education School
925 N Meridian St Suite 100
Sunman, IN 47041
(812) 623-2212
Sunman, IN 47041
(812) 623-2212
Gr: PK-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Sunman, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in Sunman, IN include Sunman Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Sunman?
2 public schools are located in Sunman.
What percentage of students in Sunman go to public school?
71% of all K-12 students in Sunman are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Sunman?
Sunman public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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